ND-ECI Research Funding Opportunities
Notre Dame's ND-ECI grants fund interdisciplinary research tackling socially relevant environmental science questions through collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and support for innovative pilot projects.
Funder: University of Notre Dame
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Frontlines ND-ECI Graduate Fellows) | April 2027 (ND-LEEF Grants, 5:00 PM)
Funding Amounts: ND-LEEF: Waived user fees up to $7,000 (in-kind support, one year) | Frontlines ND-ECI: All travel and project expenses covered
Summary: Supports interdisciplinary, collaborative research addressing socially relevant scientific questions through seed funding and stakeholder engagement.
Description
The University of Notre Dame Environmental Change Initiative (ND-ECI) offers multiple research funding opportunities designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and pilot innovative ideas that address socially relevant scientific challenges. Funding is available for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to support new collaborations, stakeholder engagement, and the development of research projects that can lead to further extramural funding. Opportunities include the Frontlines ND-ECI Graduate Fellows program and ND-LEEF Research Grants, each with specific eligibility and support structures.
